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To key West and back: Mark Lum Returns with “Good Things Are Coming” Tour!

By sarah Piña

Popular area musician mark Lum has returned to texas—and in a big way! Lum, also known for the 3-piece rock/reggae band alvin and the Slickpunks, will be on tour throughout clear Lake, Kemah, and galveston all throughout December.

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“i spent a lot of my time travelling back and forth between Key West and Pasadena growing up, but it’s great to be back,” said Lum. this time spent in both places, however, has been a big influence on his craft, especially Key West.

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“my Dad, who l would visit in Key West, was a musician too. though i grew up listening to a lot of punk rock and metal, i became really intrigued by what he was doing and his style of music. So i started to pick it up with him, after he got me a guitar from a pawn shop. he’s the one who really taught me,” he said, recalling memories from when he was younger.

“i’ll never forget the first time he taught me to play ‘hotel california.’ he taped my fingers to the guitar so i would learn a certain chord,” he laughed. “also, anytime i would get grounded, everything from t.V. to video games would be taken away—but he always left the guitar in the corner. that’s just the kind of guy he was.”

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“i just decided i would rather be back here at home with all of my family and friends,” said Lum, who currently has a free self-titled album on reverb Nation. and area fans and venues couldn’t be more happy and enthusiastic for his return, which is reflected by his recent nomination for best acoustic Performance for the Support Local music awards taking place at Scout bar later this month, along with a packed tour schedule for December— as well as the big news that alvin and the Slickpunks (complete with Lum on vocals/guitar, Jeremy mallatt on bass, and michael calvert on drums) would be reuniting when they open for metalachi at Scout bar in December.

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Sadly, Lum’s father passed last year shortly after hurricane irma, when Lum also lost everything from his house to his guitars in the storm. it was then he decided he would return to his texas home base with his daughter to keep pursuing his music.

“if you’ve never seen one of our shows, we just really like to twist everything up. if there’s a song you know from the radio, it’s not going to be that version. it’s going to be original-sounding, with our own version, our own spin on it. We’re coming back fresh with a new sound, and lots of energy that always seems to spread at our shows,” Lum said, who in turn describes his solo music shows as folky and acoustic, and very much a freestyle mix of country, rap, and reggae vibes.

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“We are just trying to play and have fun. the dancing, mingling, having a good time in general— that’s what it is about for us,” he said.

alvin and the Slickpunks return on December 8th opening for metalachi, while Lum has a chockfull tour calendar where he will be playing everywhere from barge 295 to crazy alan’s Swamp Shack. make sure to follow the band and Lum’s solo page on Facebook for continually updated events. and when you go—make sure to tell them the SceNe sent you!

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This Month at Scout bar: Support Local Music Awards Show Returns and More!

Tony Vega

Thursday, Dec. 13 KATIE’S BAR

Scout bar is a name that is synonymous by now for bringing the newest “undiscovered” acts as well as some of the biggest acts from all over the nation and the globe. December proves to bring even more star power, however! highlights this month include not-to-be-missed shows from Drowning Pool, Stabbing Westward, the 3rd annual Support Local music awards Show, and a truly rocking New Year’s eve with anova Skyway, and more! take a break from the holiday craziness, check out the must-see acts upcoming at Scout bar—and when you go, make sure to tell them the SceNe sent you!

drowning Pool w/sons of Texas, To Whom it May, shaving susie • Fri., dec. 7, 2018: Let the bodies hit the floor, and Drowning Pool hit the stage! the band best known for their hit single “bodies” from 2001 has been releasing several rock chart-toppers including 2009’s “37 Stitches” and “Feel Like i Do,” touring both the U.S. and abroad, and performing for troops all over the world, as well. Drowning Pool will rock the Scout stage on December 7th with supporting acts Sons of texas, to Whom it may, and Shaving Susie. Doors: 6:30 p.m.; Show: 7 p.m.

Metalachi – The World’s Only heavy Metal Mariachi Band! • sat., dec. 8, 2018: the loco train known as metalachi returns to the Scout stage in early December! their high-energy, creative mariachi twists on metal classics and hilarious stage shenanigans are a show never to be missed! bonus: beloved area favorites alvin and the Slickpunks reunite for their first show after a long hiatus (don’t miss this month’s feature on mark Lum of the group!) Doors: 8 p.m.; Show: 9 p.m.

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The Guitar Collective iii - Angel Vivaldi / Nita strauss w/Jacky Vincent, The steve satchel Band, Russ driver Band • Wed., dec. 12, 2018: get ready for a dynamic show of guitar virtuosity on December 12! Worldrenowned, award-winning guitarist angel Vivaldi, firmly in the progressive/neoclassical metal category, will shred the stage on December 12. accompanying him will be Nita “hurricane” Strauss, who is perhaps best known for her work with the iron maidens (all-female iron maiden tribute band) and orianthi in the band of alice cooper. Several dynamic supporting acts including Jacky Vincent, the Steve Satchel band, and the russ Driver band make this a night not to be missed! Doors: 7 p.m.; Show 7:30 p.m.

stabbing Westward – darkest days Anniversary Tour sun., dec. 16, 2018: the industrial/alternative national act Stabbing Westward, perhaps best-known for their chart-topping singles “Save Yourself” and “Sometimes it hurts” hit the Scout stage mid-month for their latest tour. get your tickets early from the Scout bar website, and don’t miss openers the hunger and Provision! Doors: 7 p.m.; Show 8 p.m.

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irie X-Mas! Featuring Th3rd Coast Roots • sat., dec. 22, 2018: that’s right, a live set featuring the most popular reggae acts in the area! come out and take a break from the holiday craziness and relax with fun night filled with irie vibes! Featuring th3rd coast roots known for a “beachy, campfire,” with the rock/reggae/hip-hop outfit known as Satadaze opening, along with local favorites the Philosphers, Wyde roots, and So/below! Let the warm island spirit of the night whisk away the holiday stress! Doors: 7:00 p.m. / Show: 7:30 p.m.

ANNuAL eVeNT ONLY ALeRT!: support Local Music Awards • Fri., dec. 28, 2018: it’s that time of year again! Voting is now open for the best in local music, and the awards show filled with the most talented in the area returns in December to Scout bar. Support Local music (SLm), is a recording studio, music production, live sound and lights productions, as well as a music an arts foundation. it’s also the host of what will now be the 3rd annual Support Local music awards Show, which has become a way to showcase the best of the best while also honoring area musicians for their craft. the many categories include everything from best Local guitarist to best Local Spanish artist, and are very much a coveted recognition for local performances. Past recipients include popular local musician chris hardy, who is a well-known name throughout the area and beyond. in the first year of the SLm awards, hardy had six nominations and won three awards, including best acoustic performance and best guitarist. this year’s nominees include popular area musician mark Lum, for example, (also featured in this month’s issue) who has been nominated for best acoustic Performance after his recent move back to texas from Key West, to the delight of area audiences and fans of his band alvin and the Slickpunks.

“it’s such a great way to honor and really recognize local talent, and this kind of recognition means a lot because it’s coming from the people who come out and truly support you,” said Lum. “i’m really looking forward to the show and being a part of it.”

Nominations were submitted through the month of November via SLm’s website at www.slm.buzz.com , where voting, as well as featured artists, videos, and their songs, is now also currently open for all categories. Winners will be announced at the awards show, which will take place the evening of Friday, December 28th at Scout bar, and hosted by “houston rock radio Legend” outlaw Dave.

New Year’s eve Party featuring Anova skyway • sat., dec. 31, 2018: come rock into 2019 at Scout bar! a true rocking NYe featuring houston-based progressive metal band anova Skyway, with industrial rockers erase the Virus, along with Sleep Labs and Para bellum! Doors: 8 p.m; Show 9 p.m.

So come on out, enjoy the best the area has to offer, and Support Local music! and when you do, make sure to tell them the SceNe sent you! - sarah Piña

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Ringing in 2019

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The Ultimate New Year’s Eve Guide!

With so many options to choose from, it’s not a question of what to do on New Year’s eve in the bay area—it’s where! From casual to crazy to classy, there’s something for everyone! have an intimate evening at a restaurant; rock out with anova Skyway and more at Scout bar; boogie the night away with the mambo Jazz Kings at the South Shore harbour resort— the options are endless! here’s the ultimate guide to help plan an unforgettable evening to welcome in 2019! Monkey bar (605 6th street, Kemah): hang out at the monkey bar and ring in the New Year!

South Shore Harbour Resort (2500 s. shore Blvd, League City): New Year's eve Sip & Savor celebration in the crystal ballroom! ring in 2019 with a night of dinner, dancing and live entertainment from the mambo Jazz Kings. open bar, balloon drop, midnight champagne toast, party favors, photo booth, and more. $125 per person (plus tax and gratuity). reserve a room at a special rate of $119 per night. call for reservations: 281-334-1000.

Marais (2015 FM 517 Rd. east, dickinson): First seating is from 5 to 7 p.m. at regular menu price. the New Year’s eve Dinner event is from 8:30 p.m. to midnight. the price of $99 a person includes reserved seating, four-course dinner, dancing, D.J. mario, party favors, and a champagne toast at midnight. reservations required for seating at marais main dining event: 281-534-1986. benson’s bar (at Marais, 2015 FM 517 Rd. east, dickinson): Swing in the New Year at benson's bar. open from 5 p.m. to midnight. Party favors everywhere, midnight champagne toast, regular-priced menu for dining. come and go on New Year's eve! No reservations needed.

The Plank (at Marais, 2015 FM 517 Rd. east, dickinson): Party like a pirate! tasty $16.99 cajun and bbQ buffet from 5 to 10 p.m. Drink specials, party favors, live music by José ortega, and a midnight champagne toast. No reservations needed.

Scotty’s Pub on the bay (3202 Marina Bay drive, League City): Dinner will served in two separate seatings, and will consist of choice of soup or salad, appetizer, and 6ounce filet with sides. Seating at 6 p.m. in-

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cludes dinner, glass of champagne for $20 per person. Seating at 8 p.m. includes dinner, champagne toast, party favors, live music, DJ, countdown and the table reserved all night for $30 per person. reservations required for both seatings. call 281-339-7474.

T-bone Tom’s (707 hwy. 146, Kemah): Join the New Year's bash in tom's backyard! Starts at 8 p.m. with DJ george. Partake in games, drink specials, balloon drop, party favors, a champagne toast and more!

Main 101 (101 e. Main st., La Porte): Wine, dine and dance the night away with live music by cindy thomas. Featuring an á la carte menu served from 4 p.m. until after midnight. there will be a champagne toast at midnight along with black-eyed peas and cornbread for good luck in 2019. reservations recommended: 281-470-8484. Skallywag Suds and Grub (600 6th st., Kemah): ring in the New Year at Skallywag in Kemah! DJ, champagne toast at midnight, food and drink specials, and more! No cover.

Tommy’s (2555 Bay Area Blvd., Clear Lake): enjoy an early dinner with great chef’s Specials. (maintaining regular business hours.) reservations are encouraged. call 281-480-2221. Cock-eyed Seagull (1010 e NAsA Pkwy, Webster): celebrate with friends new and old. champagne at midnight!

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Come Celebrate at Scotty’s Pub – from every Day to the Holidays!

on the bay

By sarah Piña

every night is a fun night to celebrate at Scotty’s Pub on the bay—and with even more reason during this holiday season!

Since the new and improved relocation of the then sevenmonth-old South Shore location less than two years ago, area residents have enjoyed a larger pub, a beautiful patio and an outdoor bar with a stunning water feature that combines both fire and water. this atmosphere—combined with live music events and innovative eats paired with perfectly crafted drinks—have made Scotty’s one of the most unique venues in the area.

“We are a place to take a nice date, but also have a really fun night out with friends with the live music we have, plus DJs and our food and drink menu. We are a place to go and ‘be seen’—but also left alone, if you’re in the mood for a more relaxed atmosphere. it’s just a really nice, warm place to go,” said Scott Sexton iii, owner and manager of the pub.

indeed, every monday night Scotty’s Pub on the bay hosts the wildly popular mama cass Karaoke, as well as live music every thursday, DJs on Fridays and Saturdays, and specials each day for food and drinks. the expertise of Scott and his staff, moreover, speak to a great night out with a special someone.

“Some people may be surprised to see a pub with a really sophisticated wine list. my dad and i went to school for wine, and all three of us owners went to the culinary school together, so we are really passionate about it all,” Sexton said, referring to his dad (Scott Sexton Jr.), and friend Quinton turner. (Sexton iii actually now teaches at that same culinary college.) “We listen to everyone who comes in, too. For example, if you mention how good chili sounds one day, don’t be surprised if it pops up a few days later as the special!” he said. - Continued on Page 44

Publisher’s Note: a ‘craft’ is a profession that requires particular skill and knowledge. and the professional use of ‘Skill’ and ‘Knowledge’ is exactly what i think of when it comes to Scotty’s Pub on the bay. and it all starts with its namesake, Scott Sexton iii. who long dreamed of opening a place of his own and now, along with his talented partners, has two locations. Scotty has a degree in both music and culinary arts (food) and is a certified Level 2 Sommelier (wine) and cicerone (beer). he started in the service industry at age 18 and has never stopped learning or sharpening his skills. it takes just one look at the food or drink menus to see hints of his knowledge, experience, creativity and attention to detail. order and enjoy something off those menus and the full impact quickly becomes clear. but take a minute to visit with Scotty, and you will be instantly sold by his passion to share the delicious product of his skill and knowledge with his guests. - John ennis 47 |

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Ho-ho-ho and a bottle of Rum: Get in the Holiday ‘Spirits’ and More!

Still searching some perfect gifts for those special people? From one-of-a-kind presents of a variety of spirits to gift certificate specials from area restaurants, the bay area is home to an array of locally owned businesses sure to offer something to cross out everyone on that list! check out some of the area’s highlights— and everyone can eat, drink, and be merry this holiday season!

Paradise Tropical Wine (603 Bradford Ave., Kemah): For wine lovers and adult beverage fans of all levels, Paradise tropical Wine—which specializes in 43 varieties of premium specialty wines made from 100% Florida citrus Juice— has unique holiday gifts that range from wine bottles to adult-beveragethemed shirts and glassware to home decor, accessories and more. gift baskets with beer and wine, as well as smoothie kits, are now available in all price ranges, too! also not to be missed: the line of Vivajenz hand bags— purses that have a separate compartment with a “collapsible lung” that holds two bottles of wine! the purse features “hidden” spout and is ideal for the beach, poolside hang outs, picnics and festivals where glass is not allowed. Pair the gift with a set of silicone wine “glasses” or Swigs (stemless wine glasses with lids that hold), available in two sizes (9-ounces or 12-ounces) and solid colors or fun designs. Paradise is also excited to be offering wine-inspired christmas ornaments and mudpie products (corks,

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bowls and more). check off your hard-to-buy-for wine lovers at Paradise tropical Wine—and while there, grab a wine or beer (now offering ballast Point!) or a wine smoothie to go for a stroll on Kemah boardwalk! (Who says holiday shopping can’t be merry and bright, too?)

Railean distillery and Buccaneer Bar (341 5th st., san Leon): give the gift of handcrafted american made Spirits, straight from locally owned railean Distillery and buccaneer bar! railean rum, Vodka, Whiskey and blue agave Spirits make great holiday gifts, including their very limited-edition 4 year-aged whiskey— get it while it’s hot, it will sell out! check out the pirate-themed buccaneer bar while there and grab handcrafted drink from the extensive tiki drink menu while you shop, and peruse the many unique pirate & tropical themed gift ideas for everything from a man cave to a she-shed, including a variety pirate/skull, mermaid, and island-themed metal and wood wall hangings, flags, kites, door mats, key chains, apparel (even “ugly sweater” covers for bottles!) bbQ sauce & rub, and more! railean’s also offers gift baskets & gift certificates for those hard-to-buy-for folks on your holiday gift list. ho-ho-ho and a bottle of rum, indeed! - Continued on Page 44

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and the culinary background of all involved have contributed to what is a fun, creative menu full of delicious eats such as crab beignets, Korean bbQ tacos, Pork belly tacos and the Smoked Duck breast bLt.

“our Duck Wings are also a favorite—like chicken, but way better,” Sexton added. “they’re tossed in honey Sriracha soy glaze and jalapeño ranch,” he said. other standouts include the grown Up grilled cheese, a sophisticated spin on a classic with texas toast, bacon, brie, american and gruyere cheese, apple, and apricot preserves. brunch is also not to be missed! Scotty’s killer sweet and savory brunch menu features items like the creole breakfast bowl (cheesy grits, brown gravy, bacon and sausage, two eggs, sweet potato fries and cheddar cheese), and Piña colada Pancakes (with white chocolate chunks, coconut flakes, pineapple-infused maple syrup, and whipped cream). but wait, there’s more! the brunch drink menu features Scotty’s award-Winning bloody mary, which incorporates a veggie-infused vodka, bacon salt, and spicy pickled green beans, and the botanical breakfast made with gin, housemade tonic, grapefruit, and rosemary. besides quality gourmet food and wine, Scotty’s also prides itself on its beer selection.

“We have 12 taps, and we’re always rotating a lot of texas crafts. We love beer here, and we like to change it up!” Sexton said. and in the month of December, there’s even more on tap.

“We’ll have the comedy troupe comedy compadres performing on December 18, and for New Year’s eve, we have some special plans. We’ll have two seatings for dinner at different times in the evening—each one with a three-course meal, DJ, and live music. there will be party favors and champagne the whole night, along with a champagne toast at midnight. it’ll be elegant, but really fun, too. it’s really going to be a one-stop shop for dinner and an amazing, fun night out for New Year’s,” he said. Scotty’s Pub on the bay is also available for holiday parties and events of all occasions! “So come celebrate!” Sexton said. “We are blessed to be open another year and doing what we love to do between food, drinks, and live entertainment, and want to share that with everyone who walks through our doors.”

Scotty’s Pub on the bay is located at 3202 marina bay Drive in League city. For more information or to reserve space for a special event or New Year’s eve, call 281-339-7474.

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gift cards and more galore! Still stumped, or in need of more of a bulk gift? one size truly fits all with gift certificates to the area’s most popular restaurants! Such local favorites as mamacita’s (515 e. Nasa Pkwy., Webster), t-bone tom’s (707 highway 146, Kemah), and tookie’s (406 texas ave., Kemah), to name a few, are aLL offering $10 in rewards for every $50 spent! many of these also have merchandise shops offering one-of-a-kind holiday gifts as well!

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The Spazmatics @ Scout bar

Did this year go by fast? must mean we had lots of fun! Seasons greetings, good People! November was a fabulous month out on the SceNe and the live music was better than ever. before we take things into the New Year, let’s run down some of what all that went down:

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NeW OLd sTOCK - one of the funnest bands that comes into town is the Spazmatics, a spoofy ‘80s band that many simply love. in fact, Spazmatic fans go yaya over this band like no others. this group stops by regularly at Scout bar (who always knows how to book shows) and always packs the house with Spazmatic regulars.

i first covered the Spazmatics ten years ago when i started out covering the SceNe and a checkup visit was in order. much to my surprise, frontman al is no longer with the group and has been replaced by the youthful zeek, who looks strong enough for at least a million miles. Filling in for bjorn, on the Les Paul and marshall, this evening was Lester and so the show goes on, not missing a beat. over the years, i’ve come to notice that a Spazmatics show is much like a rocky horror Picture show not exactly in terms of content, but in the audience participation chiming in on cue with the band. crazy zany fun! With the holiday season upon us, may i suggest bringing your out-oftown guests to Scout bar and Pub Level. they’ll not only have the chance to catch high energy show up close on the Scout bar stage, but you’ll also get the chance to catch up on times, upstairs at Pub Level. cheers!

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black Dog with Nicholas Connors on guest vocals @ Jackie’s brickhouse

NeW LOOK - the renovations are coming along well at Jackie’s brickhouse and just in time for the holiday Season. this place is good to go for entertaining your out-of-town guests. in November, along with a perfectly packed house, Jackie’s brickhouse brought in a couple new acts from outside of our clear Lake area. We were able to check out black Dog (a Led zeppelin tribute band) and Vht (Van halen tribute). What i like about your typical Led zeppelin fan is how they like their hair long and have the highest per capita of those who know every song by heart. What i like about black Dog was how well they took care of Led zeppelin fans opening the show with the immigrants Song and later played a refreshing rendition of Kashmir along with the other great Led zeppelin classics. invigorating…. as was Vht, a very straight forward bunch having as their basic interests “Van halen, Van Frickin' halen, Frickin' Van halen!” if you liked Van halen, especially during the David Lee roth years, this is your Van halen tribute band. got it? We’ve a New Year coming and Jackie’s brickhouse has a new look. come on out and get yourself into a new game in 2019. got it? - Continued on Page 41

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NeW sTOP ON The BeAT - and that would the boldthouse on NaSa road one in Seabrook. this cozy hideaway, complete with a full menu and wide selection of libations, is a live music friendly venue having just completed their 10 week texas Songwriters Series. open Mic @ The boldthouse on a Sunday afternoon in November, we checked out their open mic hosted by Kevin Fenton and got totally treated with a steady stream of area musicians stopping in to share song. the acoustics at the boldthouse carries a bright crisp timbre that sparkles and with the hwy.146 expansion project coming near, this is a great place to hide out. if your holiday guests includes the need to get out of the house for some singing and strumming, put the boldthouse’s open mic on Sundays at 5pm on your schedule. Mark Lum @ sNOWBiRd seAsON - is synonymous with patio season which is our special Crazy Alan’s time of year we treasure on the SceNe. in November, crazy alan’s Swamp Swamp Shack Shack was the place and mark Lum was on the stage. Since his return with his newfound approach toward the music, Lum scores solid connections with his listeners with his gift of heart and wit delivered with lyrical improv you’ll be hard pressed to find. better yet, word is that mark is putting a band together in time for the holiday season. With friends and family in town and needing something to do, catching mark and the band could be just the homecoming. Keep your eyes peeled. it should be crazy fun...

ONe OF OuRs - heads up good people! the annual international blues challenge is happening in memphis in January and houston's representative, mark may, is our guy! Let's all pitch in and help mark out this trip, please? to help cover expenses, Katie's will be hosting a special fund raising show on December 16 from 3-5 p.m. before the regular Sunday Jam. come on out and catch mark may and the band during this special show and let’s chip in what we can to support our man. got it? thank You!!! - Continued on Page 40

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The sTReAK - my resolution for 2019 will be to stop in to catch the plethora of known proven musical at Katie’s in bacliff. None-the-less, i was able to reach the two-year mark where i’ve been stopping in at Katie’s on nights when i’ve not heard the act, and left totally impressed. Don’t know who’s playing there? Doesn’t matter. it’s going to be a JW Jones @ good show, katie’s bar and remember at Katie’s, there’s never a cover. in November, i saw for the first time, JW Jones, the veteran maple blues award-winning ottawa bluesman. in the words of 7times grammy award winner, buddy guy, “this young man is one of the people who will keep the blues alive.” Props to the blues hound, James Nagel, for continuing to team up with bob and Katie, bringing in the finest of blues from across the continent into our neighborhood.

as for JW, i was impressed with his creative blues improv. throughout a song, Jones bends tempo, volume, and tone (using a Kempner digital modeller) into jazzy trances taking the ears and head into places unknown that will never be played again. another way to describe his sound is that of a tasteful tornado with snappy clever endings. Speaking of songs….

Jones is quite a prolific writer with 10 cDs under his belt. i scored his last five which were produced regularly on 2 year intervals. his latest, JW Jones Live, was in line with what lured me to the live music scene a cleanly captured recording of vibrant energy one can only find from the live music stage.

“i cranked up my overdrive in concert one night for fun, and it opened up this new world of ideas for me,” admits Jones, “i felt a new sense of freedom.” the holidays are upon us and if you’ve out of town guests itching to check out the live music scene, give Katie’s a shot Your guests will think you’re cool…

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LooSe NoTeS: Continued from Page 40 The CALL - is one of those times in life where one puts down whatever they’re doing and joins in. Which has been what the cadre of musicians from the tribes of the Fab 40, Love Street, and now, thee experience, has done their signature is typically a one-off production of a significant music event and this year, their show was to celebrate the Kink’s 50th anniversary release of “the Kinks are the Village green Preservation Society.” Peter townsend called it “ray Davies’ Sgt Pepper.” the continental club, normally closed on Sundays, was the setting for this event complete with a full house of nostalgic music lovers and the show was broadcasted live on Pacifica 90.1 houston and worldwide over Facebook Live. Pretty spiffy, yes?

Thee experience @ The Continental Club

back when music was an industry and ray Davies attempted the initial release, the label only authorized production 15 tracks but on this evening in october, thee experience made sure the audience got to enjoy all 23 tracks. When’s the last time you had 23 track album?

according to Steven Nash, “the original album failed to hit the billboard charts. but it's now considered one of the most influential albums from the Kinks' and has finally hit gold status.”

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Texas Renaissance YesTeRYeAR - Like many of you, i enjoy festival taking the trip to todd mission, texas and spend the day at the texas renaissance Festival. this year, i joined up with a (party) bus full of clear Lake merry mongers for a trip into yesteryear enjoying the mead, smoked turkey leg, costumes, shows and of course - Live music where the pleasing sounds of arps, fiddles, horns, and woodwinds from the era filled the air. Pleasing doesn’t necessarily mean peaceful as the bawdy ballads in the Pirates den often went straight to the funny bone. also, check out the action at the annual Dickens on the Strand that will be happening down the road in galveston. better yet, bring along your out of town guests young & old to the annual show - they’ll think you’re one cultured classy character. got it?

PATiO seAsON - Was the SceNe at t-bone tom’s with the Pee Wee bowen band gracing the Landshark Stage. When i first arrived on the SceNe, live music would taper along with the thermometer mercury but these days, music lovers young and old get to enjoy an extended patio season under the t-bone tom’s huge enclosed palapa. Pee Wee bowen is proven area favorite with a massive loyal following and has not let down one iota. With the holiday season upon us know that the folks at t-bone tom’s can handle your hungry gang and with their everstrong live music lineup and plenty of sports on the tube, your guests will make “you” their most favorite one to visit - cheers!

iT’s A WRAP - they say things happens cycles… i arrived in the area twenty years thinking my stay here would be short. ten years ago, a door opened in my life and i discovered this wonderful place called the SceNe, a vibrant place on earth with great food, fun libations, super live music and best of all, lots of really fantastic people. thank you for taking time to share your story. zooming in on the one year cycle, i hope everybody finds that moment of joy and peace that comes with the season: Not everybody i’ve visited with in 2018 has recovered from the ruins of harvey. also, many of you shared of starting new chapters or being near suffering. For all of you and all of us, auld Lang Syne is around the corner - may 2019 be our year…. Deal? all the best and we’ll see you out there, out on the SceNe!

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feATUReD bARTeNDeR:

SCeNe HAPPy HoUR GUiDe

Where: 609 Bradford Ave, Kemah When: All Day every Monday What: $2 Domestic Bottle Beer -------------------------

feATUReD bARTeNDeR:

Where: 605 6th St., Suite C, Kemah When: Mon.-Fri. Noon to 7pm What: $3.50 Wells, $2.50 Dom. Pints --------------------------

MeGAN from CAbo: 2513 NASA Road 1 • Seabrook how long have you been a bartender + how long at Cabo? i have been bartending since before skinny jeans. i’ve been bartending at cabo for 2 years, where i currently wear skinny jeans.

Are there any new drinks or promotions you're excited about? $4 Palomas on tuesday What do you do when not at work? Fishing on chocolate bayou, snuggling with my dog molly and binge watching series.

YOuR favorite day of the week to work at Cabo & why? tuesday, especially during happy hour! i love the regulars and having time to actually talk to them. Plus the tacos are amazing!

What is your favorite thing about december / the holidays? i absolutely love christmas: music, lights and of course all the delicious seasonal beer, stouts and porters.

What do you love about working at Cabo? We are a family, and i always know they have my back.

Where: 650 FM 517 (Dickinson) When: Monday - Friday 3-6pm What: $1.99 Domestic Draft Pints; $2.99 Premium Draft Pints; $2.99 House Wine & Appetizers --------------------------

Top drinks you recommend to customers at Cabo? 7 Spanish angels coffee ale beer from brazos Valley brewing. irish mule (Jameson, ginger beer).

Top 3 dishes you recommend to customers at Cabo? ahi bites; Filet on steak night and Sunset burger. but everything is great!

Where: 2660 Marina Bay Dr. When/What: Monday through Friday 2 to 6pm $1 off frozen drinks, $1 off draft beer, $5 select nachos special ground beef, shredded chicken and spicy pork. Margarita Mondays see ad.

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do you have a signature drink? i make a pretty decent bombpop (pictured) or a straight shot of crown.

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The most rewarding part of your job (emotionally)? i think i might actually make some people’s day, some i consider friends.

5 words that describe you: i, will, be, there, soon! (LoL)

Favorite thing about the Bay Area? NaSa, baby!! Best tip you ever got: Don’t eat yellow snow. What do you love about bartending? meeting so many amazing people.

What inspires you? my family. i have 10 siblings, and i learn something unique from each one of them. and my dog molly motivates me to go outside. god bless her heart!! :-)

SCeNe HAPPy HoUR GUiDe

Houston Location

Where: 10943 Scarsdale Blvd. When: Every day 4-8pm What: $2.50 Domestic Beer & Well Drinks. $3 Wines. Fireball always $4. Ask about daily specials.

South Shore Location

Where: 3202 Marina Bay Dr. F When: Every day 4-8pm What: $2.75 Domestic Beer & Well Drinks. $3 Wines. Fireball always $4. Ask about daily specials. --------------------------

Where: 600 6th Street, Kemah When: Mon-Fri, Noon to 7pm What: $5 Premium Wells, $3 Longnecks, $4 Fireballs -------------------------Where: 3435 Hwy 146 • Bacliff When: Mon.-Fri. 11am-7pm What: $3 House ’Ritas; $4 Flavored House ’Ritas; $2.75 Dom Bottle Beer; $3.25 Import/Premium Bottle Beer; $3.50 Well Drinks (single liquor); $4 Wine. House Ritas $2.50 all day Wednesday -------------------------

Where: 2234 E NASA Pkwy, Seabrook, TX 77586 When: All day Monday (4pm – 12am); 4-7pm Tuesday – Friday What: $2 off all draft beer & glasses of wine; $5 off all bottles of wine

Where: 4438 Boulevard What & When: All Day Mon.Thurs.: $3 Wells, 50¢ off Calls, 75¢ off Premiums; Sat. 7am4pm & Sun. All Day: $3 Bloody Marys, Mimosas or Screwdrivers; Mon.-Thurs.:1/2-Price Well Drinks While Raining at Noah’s! Parrots Nest Happy Hour: Mon.-Thurs. 3-6 p.m. 2-for-1 Appetizers. ------------------------

Where: 605A 6th Street, Kemah When: Mon.-Fri., 11am to 7pm What: $5 Premium Wells $5 House Wine By The Glass $4.50 All Crafts (13 taps) ------------------------

Where: 310 Texas Ave, Kemah When/What: 50 cents off any drink until 6pm -----------------------Where: 4624 Nasa Rd 1, Seabrook When: 11am7pm, daily What: Ritas and Draft Beer ------------------------

Where: 1660 W. FM 646, Suite C, League City When: Mon. - Wed. 3-8pm; Thurs. 3-9:30pm, Friday - 3-8pm What: $2 Draft Beer, $4 House Wine, 1/2 off appetizers

Where: 406 Texas Ave. (Kemah) When: Mon. - Fri. 3-6pm; What: $2.99 Margaritas, $3.50 Wells; Draft Specials include $2 Pint Bud Light ($10 Pitcher); $2.25 Shiner Pint ($10.50 Pitcher); $2.75 Dos XX Pint ($11.50 Pitcher); $3.50 Dome Faux’m Pint ($11.50 Pitcher); $3.75 St. Arnold Pint ($11.25 Pitcher); $4.25 Tiki Wheat Pint ($12.75 Pitcher). Sunday Funday: $3 Bloody Marys & Mimosas All Day -----------------------Where: 2402 Bay Area Blvd. When: 4-7pm Daily What: $3.50 house wines, $2.50 domestic draft beer and bottles, $3.50 10 oz daiquiri $3 Wells & food specials.

Where: 6555 South Shore Blvd. When: Mon.-Fri. 11am - 7pm & Sat. 11am - 6 pm What: Drink Specials ------------------------

Where: 315 Grand Ave., Bacliff When: Mon-Fri 11am-7pm What: Drink specials + Mon: $3.25 Well Ritas, Tues: $3.50 Crown Apple, Wed: $3.50 American Honey, $3.50 Fireballs

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Jackie’s brickhouse (1053 Marina Bay drive, Kemah): Live music with Diamond Jack! $100 per table reservation (1 to 4 people) includes bottle of champagne, meat & cheese plate, and party favors for everyone at the table! $20 cover at the door; includes champagne toast & party favors. reservations: 832-864-2459. Cabo (2513 NAsA Parkway, seabrook): Dance the night away with DJ bryan rymes from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. table reservations for $50 includes two appetizers, a bottle of champagne, party favors. No reservation, no problem. No cover at the door. rSVP: 281-532-2691

Noah’s Ark (4438 Boulevard street, Bacliff): New Year’s eve celebration includes prime rib dinner for $27.99, served 7 to 10 p.m. avoid the traffic at this great waterfront venue! With live music by andy mccarthy from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., and free champagne toast at midnight! reservations encouraged: 281-339-2895. Rockey’s Piano bar (18313 egret Bay Blvd., Webster): Put on the ritz with rockey’s in a flapper dress or zoot suit, and join the fun at their roaring ’20s themed New Year’s eve party! table reservations for four people are $100 and include a complimentary champagne toast and party favors. general admission, without guaranteed table seating is $10. rSVP: 281-339-7864.

kemah boardwalk (215 Kipp Ave, Kemah): Live music, entertainment, and fireworks free to the public! Free concert from Velvet Punch from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Fireworks at 10 p.m.

Scout bar (18307 egret Bay Blvd., houston): come rock into 2019 at Scout bar! a true rocking NYe featuring houstonbased progressive metal band anova Skyway, with industrial rockers erase the Virus, along with Sleep Labs and Para bellum! hosted by Punkstar radio with Khris harding. Free champagne toast and balloon drop with cash & prizes at midnight. Doors: 8 p.m; Show 9 p.m. No cover.

Pub Level (18301 egret Bay Blvd. suite A, Webster, above scout Bar): Pimp and ho Party! DJ Smooth will spinning all your favorites, and there will be party favors, champagne toast, and balloon drop at midnight. No cover. 21-up.

The boldthouse (2234 e. Nasa Parkway, seabrook): NYe New York-style glitz and glam Party and buffet dinner. Live music, buffet dinner, prizes, party favors, champagne toast and gift certificates. Dress up attire. $25 per person. call for reservations: 281-942-9776.

Crazy Alan's Swamp Shack (310 Texas Ave., Kemah): enjoy Kemah, but avoid the traffic at this cozy family friendly restaurant. crazy alan's is serving their regular menu including live crawfish from Louisiana! great view of the Kemah boardwalk fireworks without the hustle and bustle. (Quick in and out if you want.) Fireworks at 10 p.m.

Water’s edge (3901 NAsA Parkway, el Lago): New Year’s eve celebration! $85 per person ticket includes: complimentary wine and beer, heavy hors d'oeuvres buffet, champagne toast and DJ available online via eventbrite. reservations for a table will only be taken in 10 guest increments. cocktail attire; black tie optional. Limited tickets available! call for reservations 281-291-9900.

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Tuesday, Dec. 18

Vinyl Draught 38 - CHRISTMAS will be held at Preamble Lounge & Craft House (20801 Gulf Freeway, Webster, Texas 77598) on

Tuesday, Dec. 18 from 7-9pm. Vinyl Draught is an upscale business networking event, without the pressure of selling or being sold to. Come out and enjoy some great Music and Draught Beer.

Hope to see you there, Amy Gernaat Robison & Aimee Ravichandran

THe LiST: Local Producers of brew, Spirits & Wine

Visit online @ www.theSCENEmagazine.com

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5041 Spencer Hwy #703 Pasadena, Texas 77505

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Railean Distillery & Buccaneer Bar 341 5th Street San Leon, Texas

DISTILLERY

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Beerfoot Beach Bar

2816 Avenue R 1/2, Galveston, TX 77550

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Galveston Bay Beer Co.

12900 FM 3436 Dickinson, Texas

Brews Brothers

2404 Strand Galveston, TX 77550

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8423 Stewart Rd. Galveston, TX 77554

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Fetching Lab Brewery

1578 County Rd 423 Suite B Alvin, Texas

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Bakfish Brewing 1231 E Broadway St Pearland, Texas

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Texas Beer Refinery

Haak Vineyards 6310 Avenue T

15 Santa Fe, TX 77510 WINERY

2709 Dickinson Ave (Tap Room) 1825 Dickinson Ave (Brewery) Dickinson, TX 77539

Galveston Island Brewing

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Clear Creek Winery

Vallensons Brewing Gordon Street Tavern

114 N Gordon St, Alvin, Texas

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Saloon Door Brewing

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709 Harris Ave. Kemah, TX 77565

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105 Magellan Cir, Webster, Texas

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4081 Rice Drier Rd Pearland, TX 77581

Duo Winery & Cider Company

Devil and the Deep

2425 Postoffice St Galveston, Texas 77550

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2150-A Dickinson Ave., Dickinson, TX 77539

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Tune in at 7pm Thursdays via your favorite platform including YouTube Live (Vinyl Draught Radio, online at www.VinylDraughtRadio.com or your mobile phone using the iHeart Radio, Spotify, TuneIn, Player FM, iTunes, Google Play or SoundCloud apps. Plus all shows are archived as a complete Podcast on YouTube.

AT T R A C T I O N S

Featured Attractions 1. Space Center Houston Visit Space Center Houston, the Official Visitor center of NASA's Johnson Space Center. Applaud the accomplishments of NASA and the U.S. manned space flight program at Space Center Houston. You will relive the past achievements of the space program and witness today's history in the making. Everything you see in the facility is realistic. Space Center Houston's creators kept in close contact with NASA to ensure the most accurate experience. Each attraction is selfguided so you can spend as much time, or as little time, in each areas as desired. Most guests spend four to six hours in the Center. Discount Tickets: Discount Space Center Houston tickets available at Bay Area Houston Visitors Center. 281-474-9700.

1601 NASA Parkway • 281-244-2100

2. MOODY GARDENS

spacecenter.org

6. BATTLESHIP TEXAS

3523 Highway 134 ..........281-479-2431

10. ELLINGTON FIELD

14. HAAK VINEYARDS & WINERY

510 Ellington Field ........713-847-4200

6310 Avenue T. ............409-925-1401

New Location

1 Hope Blvd. (Galveston)..800-582-4673

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7. LONE STAR FLIGHT MUSEUM

11. SAN JACINTO MONUMENT

15. SOUTH SHORE HARBOUR

4. SCHLITTERBAHN

8. GALVESTON PLEASURE PIER

12. BAYOU WILDLIFE ZOO

16. BIG LEAGUE DREAMS

5.THE LINKS AT GREEN CAYE

9. PIRATES BAY WATER PARK

13. ARMANDBAYOUNATURECTR.

17. RAILEAN DISTILLERY

710 4th Street ..............281-334-9880

2026 Lockheed ............409-770-9283

2100 Caroline St. ........281-337-2021

11551 Aerospace Ave..346-708-2517

2501 Seawall Blvd. ....1.855.789.7437

5300 East Road (Baytown) ..281-422-1150

One Monument Circle ......281-479-2421

5050 FM 517, Alvin ........281-337-6376

8500 Bay Area Blvd.........281-474-2551

2500 South Shore Blvd.....281-334-1000

1150 Big League Dreams...281-316-3400

341 5th Street (San Leon). 713-545-2742

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18. SYLVAN BEACH PARK on Galveston Bay in La Porte . . . . . . .281-471-5020 19. BAY FOREST GOLF COURSE 1900 South R Street (La Porte) . . .281-471-4653 20. PINE GULLY PARK 535 Pine Gully Rd. @ Toddville (Seabrook) . . . . .281-474-3286 21. OLD SEABROOK NASA Parkway @ Hwy 146 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-474-3869 22. PUTT PUTT FUNHOUSE 806 NASA Parkway . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-333-0579 23. BUTLER’S LONGHORN MUSEUM 1220 Coryell (League City) . . .281-332-1393 24. CLEAR CREEK WINERY 709 Harris Ave. (Kemah) . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-334-8300 25. CINEMARK 18 20915 Gulf Frwy. (Webster) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-332-0951

26. TOP GOLF 21401 Gulf Frwy. (Webster) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-657-1300 27. BAYBROOK MALL 500 Baybrook Mall Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-488-4620 28. MAGNOLIA GREEK GOLF COURSE 1501 Bay Area Blvd. . . . . .281-557-0555 29. BEACON LAKES GOLF CLUB 801 FM 646 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-337-1459 30. SOUTH SHORE HARBOUR CC 4300 South Shore Harbour . . . .281-334-0521

GALVESTON ATTRACTIONS:

31. GALVESTON EAST BEACH 1923 Boddeker Drive . . . .409-762-EAST 32. THE GRAND 1894 OPERA HOUSE 2020 Postoffice St.409-763-7173 33. THE STRAND HISTORIC DISTRICT Galveston . . . . . . . .713- 629-3700 34. MARDI GRAS MUSEUM 2309-2311 Ship’s Mechanic Row . . . .409-765-5930 35. MOODY MANSION MUSEUM 2618 Broadway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409-762-7668 36. BISHOP'S PALACE 1402 Broadway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409-762-2475 37. GALVESTON RAILROAD MUSEUM 25th & Strand . .409-765-5700 38. TEXAS SEAPORT MUSEUM Pier 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409-763-1877 39. OCEAN STAR OFFSHORE MUSEUM Pier 20 . . . . . .409-766-STAR 40. SEAWOLF PARK Pelican Island via Seawolf Parkway . . . .409-797-5114

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41. HOBBY AIRPORT 7800 Airport Boulevard . . . . . . . . . . . .713-640-3000 42. RELIANT STADIUM One Reliant Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .832-667-1400 43. HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713-791-8805 44. DOWNTOWN ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT . . . . . .713-658-8938 45. TOYOTA CENTER 1510 Polk Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713-758-7200 46. GRB CONVENTION CTR 1001 Avenida de las Americas . .713-853-8000 47. MINUTE MAID PARK 501 Crawford Street . . . . . . . . . . . .713-259-8500 48. BBVA COMPASS STADIUM 2200 Texas Avenue . . . . .713-276-7500 49. DOWNTOWN HOUSTON AQUARIUM 410 Bagby . . .713-223-3474 50. HOUSTON ZOO 6200 Hermann Park Drive . . . . . . . . . . . .713-533-6500

Bakkhus Taverna

Mamacita’s

T-bone Tom’s

Skallywag

Scout Bar

Where To EAT & DRINK

Luna’s Mexican

Russo’s Pizza

Monkey Bar

Katie’s Bar

Boldthouse

1. Aspens................817 Clear Lake Rd. (Clear Lake Shores) 2. Bakfish Brewing Co. ..............1231 Broadway (Pearland) 3. Antonini’s Subs and Steaks ........602 6th Street (Kemah) 3. Bakkhus Taverna Greek................605 6th Street (Kemah) 4. Bayshore Grill & Billiards ............137 21st Street (Bacliff) 5. Bayview Duck ..............................3131 Hwy 146 (Bacliff) 6. Beers Looking At You ..........17074 Highway 3 (Webster) 7. Boldthouse Wine Pub....2234 NASA Parkway (Seabrook) 8. Boondoggles ....................4106 NASA Parkway (El Lago) 9. Buck Wild ..............1025 West NASA Parkway (Webster) 10. Cabo ............................2513 NASA Parkway (Seabrook) 11. Caps and Corks ..........500 Baybrook Mall in Food Court 12. Classic Cafe ....................2511 NASA Pkwy. (Seabrook) 13. Center Court Pizza & Brew ......3202 Marina Bay Blvd. J 14. Clear Creek Winery ..........................709 Harris (Kemah) 15. Chelsea Wine Bar ............4106 Nasa Pkwy # F (El Lago) 16. Chasin’ Tails ............................2402 Bay Area Boulevard 18. Cock-Eyed Seagull ......................1010B E. Nasa Road 1 19. Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack ........309 4th Street(Kemah) 20. Crescent City Sports & Oyster Bar ..16605 El Camino Real 22. Dempsey’s Sports Pub ..20801 Gulf Freeway (Webster) 23. Dan’s Pizza Company ................................15148 Hwy 3 24. Dickinson Bar-B-Que & Steakhouse ..........2111 FM 517 25. Don Pico’s - Clear Lake ..................2110 Bay Area Blvd. 26. Don Pico’s - Pasadena ..............4940 Fairmont Parkway 27. Duo Winery & Cider Co. ................2006 Dickinson Ave 28. Easy Street Lounge ......112 N. Highway 3 (League City) 29. Esteban’s Cafe & Cantina..............402 West Main Street 31. Fatty’s..................................1717 2nd Street (Seabrook) 32. Floyd’s Cajun Seafood House ..............20760 Gulf Frwy 33. Floyd’s Cajun Seafood House ................1300 Broadway 34. Gabacho’s Mexican Grill ......................4449 NASA Rd. 1 35. Galveston Bay Beer Co. 12900 Fm 3436 Rd (Dickinson) 36. Garage Bar & Grill......1755 Hwy. 35 N Bypass Rd. (Alvin) 37. Gio’s Flying Pizza ....................................630 FM 517 Rd 38. Gordon St. Tavern....................114N. Gordon St. (Alvin) 39. Hugh & Jeff’s Car Wash & Grill ............1232 W. FM 646 40. J. Henry's Draught House ....1105 Clear Lake City Blvd. 41. Jackie’s Brickhouse ..1051 Marina Bay Drive (FM 2094) 42. Joe Lee’s Seafood Kitchen ..........1108 Marina Bay Drive

Rockey’s Piano Bar

Sundance Grill

Mediterraneo

South Belt • Pasadena • Galveston Bay • Galves

44. Katie’s......................................................315 Grand Ave. 45. Las Anitas............................................4622 NASA Rd. 1 46. La Brisa - Bacliff ......................................4001 Hwy 146 47. La Brisa - League City ..........501 Wesley Drive (@ I-45) 49. Las Haciendas • NASA ......................1020 NASA Rd. 1 50. Las Haciendas • I-45 ......................12933 Gulf Freeway 51. Las Haciendas • South Shore ........2951 Marina Bay Dr. 52. Legends Sports Grill........................6011 W Main Street 53. Lone Star Grill ..........................3435 Hwy 146 (Bacliff)) 54. Luna’s Mexican Restaurant ......6555 South Shore Blvd. 55. Main 101 Grill & Bar ..............101 E. Main St. (La Porte) 56. Main Event ......................................1125 Magnolia Ave. 57. Marais ....................................2111 FM 517 (Dickinson) 58. Malay Malay ..........2508 Gulf Fwy S #102 (League City) 59. Mamacita’s - Clear Lake........................515 E Nasa Rd 1 60. MamaRita’s - Pasadena..............7325 Spencer Highway 61. Maribelle’s ....................................3136-C NASA Road 1 62. Mario’s Italian • Seabrook ......1304 Bayport (Hwy 146) 63. Masa Sushi Fusion ..............................977 Nasa Road 1 64. Masa Sushi Sake Bar ............................1804 W. FM 646 65. Masa Sushi Japanese Restaurant ..1788 S. Friendswood Dr. 66. Mediterraneo Cafe & Pizza ............2409 Falcon Pass Dr. 67. Mediterraneo Market & Cafe ........18033 Upper Bay Rd. 87. Merlion ....................................1301 4th St. (Seabrook)) 68. MichiRu Sushi ......................20911 Gulf Fwy. (Webster) 69. Midnite Slice ..........................1605 Main St. (Seabrook) 70. Monkey Bar................................605 6th Street (Kemah) 71. Noah’s Ark Restaurant..............4438 Boulevard (Bacliff) 72. Nobi Public House............241 E NASA Pkwy, (Webster) 73. Opus Ocean Grill ................................1002 Aspen Road 74. Palapa Bar..................................608 6th Street (Kemah) 75. Pomodoro’s Cucina Italiana ........2700 Marina Bay Drive 76. Pizza Here ............................609 Bradford Ave. (Kemah) 77. Preamble Lounge & Craft House ....20801 Gulf Fwy #12 78. Russo’s NY Pizzaria ........1660 W. FM 646(League City) 79. Rockey’s Piano Bar ....................18313 Egret Bay Blvd. 80. Railean Distillery ................341 5th Street (San Leon) 81. Saloon Door Brewing Co. ..............105A Magellan Circle 82. Sam’s Boat ..................................13101 NASA Parkway 83. San Luis Resort ........................5222 Seawall Boulevard

Dan’s Pizza

Scotty’s OTB

Tookie’s

84. Scotty’s Pub .............................. 85. Scotty’s Pub On The Bay ........... 86. Scout Bar ................................... 88. Signatures ..................3659 NA 89. Skallywag Suds N' Grub ............ 90. Skipper’s..................1026 FM 20 91. South Shore Harbour Resort..250 92. Star Cinema Grill ......702 Baybr 93. Sundance Grill II .................. 80 94. Stuttgarden Tavern On the Stran 95. Stuttgarden Tavern Texas City....10 43. Stuttgarden Kemah .................... 96. Thai Spice Kitchen ..................30 97. Thai Stellar ......................803 NA 98. The Spot ........................3204 Se 99. The Hop ....................................1 100. Texas Roadhouse ..........18194 101. The Tree House................901 N 102. Time Out Sports Bar #1 ......... 103. Time Out Sports Bar #2 .......... 104. Time Out Sports Bar #3 ..........4 105. Tommy’s Restaurant Oyster Ba 106. Tookie’s Burgers ....................4 107. Tookie’s Seafood..........1106 B 108. Topwater Grill ......................81 109. T-bone Tom’s ........................... 110.Tuscany Bistro..................2951 111. Union Tavern ............................ 112. Valdo’s Seafood House ........... 113. Vino e Formaggio ........20801 114. Volcano Room......................... 115. Zone 504 ................................. 116.-125. KEMAH BOARDWALK R 116. Aquarium; 117. Pizza Oven; 1 119. The Flying Dutchman; 120. Ba 121. Cadillac Bar; 122. Bubba Gump 123. Lighthouse Buffet; 124. Landr 125. Saltgrass Steakhouse

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Railean Distillery

Noah’s Ark

Gio’s Pizza

Marais

Tommy’s

Cabo

Main 101

Crazy Alan’s S.S.

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mcguire decided to keep writing songs. he also sold his yacht brokerage and opened another art gallery. While running this gallery, mcguire met an artist who enlightened him on “plein air” or painting outdoors with natural light. it is a well-known style of French painter claude monet. mcguire’s enlightenment turned into remarkable talent. he won a spot at the prestigious taos, New mexico oil Show and his first painting to win an award is in the permanent collection of the bosque county art conservatory in clifton, texas. Yet, mcguire again shyed away from painting knowing how hard it is to make a living with art having run two galleries. “i knew how to make a living at music,” he said.

mcguire thought he’d quit art for just a few years to pursue more radio play. a couple of years turned into 14 years of dry brushes and empty canvas. he revealed, “i did the same with music as i did with art for fear of failure. i opened a gallery as a young man instead of painting. i entertained for 25 years instead of writing my own songs.”

mcguire began travelling the Northwest about six years ago to paint mountains and other landscapes. he paints primarily with oils as it’s the most common medium for plein air style.

mcguire explained, “the point of plein air is to paint what is there, not what your mind and eyes see. they will trick you. You must isolate values and colors. it’s critical to concentrate on relationships between shapes and temperatures.” he added, “You’re painting the light not the subject. You won’t see every little line, bug, or

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helen hall Library: toddler Story time, monday 10:15 a.m., Preschool Story time, tuesday 10:15 a.m. & 11 a.m., teen advisory board (tab), 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month, 7 p.m., events for adults; antiques roundtable 1st monday of the month 1 p.m., computer classes Wednesday 10 a.m., book Discussion club 3rd monday of the month 7 p.m., Local authors hour 2nd thursday of the month 10:15 a.m., 100 W. Walker, League city,

La Porte Library: tuesday Story time, 10:15 a.m., followed by baby time 11 a.m., 600 S. broadway, La Porte, 281-471-4022,

MUSeUMS

1940 Air Terminal Museum: hobby airport, 713-454-1940, 1940airterminal.org.

Armand Bayou Nature Center: open tuesday - Saturday, Sunset cruise 6 p.m. every Saturday breakfast on bayou 8 a.m. ages 5 to adult, Nature tour third Sundays, Noon, reservations required on events, call for reservations, 8500 bay area blvd., 281474-2551, abnc.org

Battleship Texas, state historic site:

leaf. the painting can look out of focus just as the human eye sees. the painting may have one focal point that allows it to pop.”

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he shared, “[hurricane] harvey slowed me down again, but now i am ramping back up. i saw ‘brushes by the beach’ event and was motivated to get outside and smear some paint around.”

mcguire described his latest award-winning piece, “Painting one boat is hard. Painting four boats is even harder. gauging the values, shadows, temperatures of the colors and it finally develops into something. it’s very motivating. i took my final work to the show. i was surprised and honored to get any recognition.” mcguire expressed similarities in music and art, “Staring at a blank piece of paper or looking at a blank canvas and knowing i have to create something. there is anxiety thinking you will fail and sometimes you will. but after doing enough of it, the percentage of attempts develops into something good. it’s fairly normal actually.” mcguire divulged another fear of artists and songwriters is no longer being relevant. he shouldn’t have to worry much. his paintings are as prolific as his song lyrics. mcguire said painting was “a state of hypnotism,” so it’s no wonder his works leave us mesmerized.

to learn more about mcguire visit www.redfishisland.com or he can be contacted by email at kelly@redfishisland.com or 832-2640609.

3255 highway 134, La Porte, 281-4792431, www.tpwd.texas.gov

Bay Area Museum - Lunar Rendezvous exhibit and space memorabilia: open tuesday – Sunday, clear Lake Park, 5000 NaSa Parkway, Seabrook, 281326-5960, lunarrendevous.org.

Butler Longhorn Museum: 1220 coryell, League city, 281-332-1393, butlerlonghornmuseum.com Galveston Railroad Museum: train rides every Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 2602 Santa Fe, galveston, 409-765-5700, www.galvestonmuseum.com.

League City historical society West Bay Common Museum: open monday to Friday. call for group reservations, 281554-2994, 210 Kansas avenue, League city, oneroomschoolhouse.org Lone star Flight Museum: open tuesday - Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday 12 p.m. -5 p.m., 11551 aerospace avenue, ellington airport, 409-740-7722, LSFm.org dec. 22: Living history 11 a.m.; dec. 28: movie in the hangar, Wall-e, 6 p.m.

Moody Gardens: 24-hour animal webcam and other exhibits, galveston, moody gardens, 800-582-4673, moodygardens.com

Ocean star: offshore Drilling museum and education center, open Daily 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Pier 19 at harborside Dr. & 20th St., galveston, 409-766-7829, oceanStaroec.com

san Jacinto Monument & Museum: open Daily 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., La Porte, 281479-2421, sanjacinto-museum.org

space Center of houston: current exhibit: above and beyond at Space center houston, 1601 NaSa Parkway, Nassau bay, 281-224-2100, spacecenter.org. certified autism center Texas City Museum: open tuesday to Sunday, 409 6th Street N., texas city, 409643-5799, texas-city-tx.org/museumabout.htm

Texas seaport Museum: opening of the trade routes 1853, 2100 harborside Dr., galveston, galvestonhistory.org to be in the SceNe arts calendar email dominotaylor@yahoo.com .

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Bay Area harbour Playhouse is presenting annie the musical, an original broadway production. the classic fun, family production about the little orphan annie who charms everyone’s heart despite her next-to nothing start in 1930s New York. She is determined to find parents despite the cruel mrs. hannigan, who runs the orphanage. She finds a new home with billionaire oliver Warbucks and with her loveable mutt named Sandy. the music has memorable songs and choreographed by Fairytale Dance creations. this musical runs through December 16 in the downstairs main Deck. the performance times on Fridays and Saturdays are 8 p.m. and Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. the marvelous old historical building was first opened in 1941 as the hollywood and re-opened in 1991 as the harbour Playhouse and has remained as the center of fine arts for the community, offering live productions and classes in performing arts for children, teens and adults. harbour Playhouse is located 3803 texas hwy. 3, Dickinson. For tickets call, 281-337-7469 or online at www.harbourtheater.com. Clear Creek Community Theatre is celebrating the holiday season with the christmas production of miracle on 34th Street. this is a tale that we all want to believe in, where love and generosity of spirit are the rewards. this heartwarming classic centers around macy’s store Santa, Kris Kringle and one little girl’s belief he is Santa and the court proceedings as Kringle’s mental health is questioned. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sunday’s matinees at 2:30. this production runs through December 16. call 281-335-5228 for reservations or buy tickets online at www.clearcreekcommunitytheatre.org. Location of the theatre is 18091 Upper bay road, Nassau bay. this theatre is a member of the american association of community theatres and texas nonprofit theatres and is funded in part by grants from the city of Nassau bay and the boeing company.

Pasadena Little Theatre is producing it’s a Wonderful Life: a Live radio Play. this beloved american holiday classic comes to life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic george bailey unfolds as he considered ending his life on christmas eve and an angel shows him what life would be without george. reservations are suggested and call 713-941-1758. there are senior and student discounts and they offer group sales. tickets are also online at www.pasadenalittletheatre.org. or at the box office. the theatre is at 4318 allen-genoa rd. in Pasadena, 77504. --------------

When making your holiday donations, remember these nonprofit theaters, they accept donations and volunteers which keep the arts alive in our community.

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dec. 7 & 8: Kemah’s candyland christmas, bradford avenue, 7th 6 – 8:30 p.m., 8th 8 a.m. – 10 a.m., & 6 – 8:30 p.m., details at VisitKemah.com dec. 7 -Jan 6: Festival of Lights, moody gardens. galveston, tickets@moodygardens.com dec 8: holiday in the Park, 24 p.m., howard L. Ward Park, 18300 Upper bay road, Nassau bay, tx-nassaubay.civic.com

dec. 8: galveston holiday in the Park, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., 2300 Strand St., galveston, galvestonholidayinthepark.com

dec. 14 – 16: a charlie brown christmas, ballet, bay area arts conservatory, 400 hobbs rd., League city, call for times 281938-1444, www.baactx.com

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dec. 11: bay area Photo club, 7 p.m., honors Night, bay area Unitarian Universalist church, 17503 el camino real, 77058, president@bayareaphotoclub.org, www.bayareaphotoclub.org

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dec. 9: all is calm: the christmas truce of

dec. 8: christmas with the blue, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., ages 4-11, free event of games and prizes, texas city Police Dept. 1004 9th ave. texas city, 409-948-2525, texas-city-tx.org

dec. 8-22: bishop’s Palace christmas tours, 1892 bishop’s Palace, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.,1402 broadway St. 409-762-2475, galvestonhistory.org

dec. 9: holiday Delights at the bryan museum, 10a.m. – 5 p.m., gallery with displays of christmas traditions around the World, 1315 21st St., galveston, 409-632-7685, www.thebyranmuseum.org dec. 10: illumination christmas event, 6:30 p.m. directions & rsvp at @gmail.com dec 15: Santa train at the railroad museum, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., galveston railroad museum, 2602 Santa Fe Pl., galveston, 409-765-5700, galvestonrrmuseum.org

dec. 19: the Poetry of edgar alan Poe, 7 – 8:30 p.m., rosenberg Library, 2310 Seal St., galveston, 409-763-8854, rosenberg-library.org

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dec. 7 -9: the Nutcracker, bay area houston ballet & theatre, University of houston – clear Lake, bayou theatre, 27009 bay area blvd., 281-480-1617, www.bahbt.org

bay area harbour Playhouse, 3803 hwy. 3, Dickinson, 281-337- ShoW(7469), www.harbourtheater.com

dec. 7, 8, 9 & 14, 15 16: miracle on 34th Street, Fri 8 p.m., Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m., clear creek community theatre, 18091 Upper bay rd., Nassau bay, 281335-5228, clearcreekcommunitytheatre.org

dec. 7, 8, 9 & 14, 15, 16 & 21, 22, 23: it’s a Wonderful Life radio Play, Fri. & Sat. 8p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m., Pasadena Little theatre, 4318 allen geneo rd., Pasadena, 713540-9489, www.pasadenalittletheatre.org dec. 15: Nutcracker afternoon tea, 12:30 p.m., the grand 1894 opera house, 2020 Postoffice St. galveston, 409-763-2481, www.thegrand.com

dec. 15 & 16: the Nutcracker, by houston ballet, 2 & 6:30 p.m., the grand 1894 opera house, 2020 Postoffice St. galveston, 409-7632481, www.thegrand.com

1914, 4 p.m., the grand 1894 opera house, 2020 Postoffice St. galveston, 409763-2481, thegrand.com

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dec. 7: 45th annual hope Village christmas Pageant, featuring hope Village residents, Doors open 6 p.m., Show 6:30 p.m., Free, 15403 hope Village rd, Friendswood, 281-482-7946, info@hope-village.com dec. 7 & 8: every christmas Story ever told (and then some), Show & Dinner, 6: 15 p.m., Franca’s real italian restaurant, 1101 NaSa Pkwy., 281-488-2207 for reservations, www.francasrealitalian.com dec. 7 & 8: Why torture is Wrong, 8 p.m. Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m. Sunday 2:30 p.m., 2317 mechanic St. galveston, 409-762-3556. www.islandetc.org

dec. 7, 8, 9 & 14, 15, 16: annie the musical, Fri 8 p.m., Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m.,

dec. 23: a charlie brown christmas, 1 p.m., the grand 1894 opera house, 2020 Postoffice St. galveston, 409763-2481, thegrand.com

CHiLDReN’S ART Library story Times

evelyn Meador Library (Pre-K): 10:30 a.m., 2400 N. meyer, Seabrook. Storytelling by mrs. Pearson every tuesday morning & computer classes forming, 281-474-9142, hcpl.net

Freeman & Memorial Library: book babies on monday, tuesday & Wednesday at 10:15 a.m., toddler time on monday, tuesday & Wednesday at 11:15 a.m. 16616 Diana Lane, houston, 281-488-1906, hcpl.net Rosenberg Library: Story times are offered every Wednesday at 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. for children 6 and under and their caregivers, 2310 Sealy Street, galveston, 409763-8854 ex. 135, rosenberg-library.org

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chances are you have heard By Kelley dawson local music legend, Kelly mcguire singing on the radio, entertaining on stage, or even while rafted up at redfish island. You may not have heard this talented troubadour recently won second place for his oil painting in the g. Lee’s gallery “brushes by the beach” Plein air art contest. mcguire told he’s been involved with art since around fifth grade, but it took him decades to seriously pursue painting. he

grew up in Kansas city, missouri, and visited an art gallery there. “i was enamored with art. i dabbled around with it at home and in school,” said mcguire. he continued art most of his school life and later attended Kansas State University. mcguire admitted, “i thought architecture would be good mixture of my engineer dad and my creative side, but it turned out trigonometry didn’t resonate at all with me.” his second semester, mcguire explored an art course. the following year, he opened an art gallery and frame shop in Joplin, missouri. he stated, “i didn’t sell my own art. i just wanted a gallery. in the meantime, i started playing music more and more.” mcguire then started performing at Shotgun Sam’s Pizza Palace and received an offer to go play music in oklahoma city. “i sold the gallery and went down the music path for 25 years. i was a one-man band; no songwriting back then. i made a good living,” he informed.

it was during the 1980s when mcguire made it down to the texas gulf coast. he disclosed, “after 25 years of music five nights a week; i was burned out. i went into yacht brokerage.”

mcguire continued playing music until he made enough money in the yacht business to quit music. he quit for about a year, but in the process began messing around with music at home, which he had never done before. he declared, “i wrote a song as i always wanted to do. i wrote about boats, beaches, and islands and thus became redfish island, my first cD.”

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Holiday Season Guide

bAHb&T presents THe NUTCRACkeR

Kick off your holiday season with beautiful dancing and costumes, dazzling performances and well loved classic holiday music as the bay area’s own professional ballet company, bay area houston ballet & theatre, presents the perennial favorite, the Nutcracker, at the University of houston-clear Lake’s bayou theatre. this performance is sure to please children of all ages and bring holiday magic to you and to your family. the cast comprises their accomplished artists in residence, as well as the

bahbt company dancers, demi-characters, and other roles that are filled by audition. there are more than 100 people in this traditional ballet that has charmed audiences for over a century. the Nutcracker tells the beloved holiday tale of clara and her dream journey with her most treasured christmas gift, the Nutcracker. Performances are November 30 to December 2 and December 7-9. Friday and Saturday nights are at 7:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday matiWHAT: ............The Nutcracker, BAHB&T nees begin at 2 p.m.

WHEN: ..........Nov. 30 - Dec. 2, Dec. 7-9 WHERE: ............UHCL's Bayou Theatre TICKETS:........................www.bahbt.org

tickets can be obtained online at www.bahbt.org or by calling the bahbt office at 281 480-1617.

SeeN by THe SCeNe: bAHbT’s Sugarplum fairy breakfast

57th Annual CHRiSTMAS

boAT LANe PARADe

bright lights and boats of all kinds will meet December 8 at 6 p.m. for the 57th annual christmas boat Lane Parade on clear Lake presented by the cities of clear Lake Shores, Kemah, League city, Nassau bay and Seabrook and produced by the clear Lake area chamber of commerce. the parade will line up in the Nassau bay Lagoon and South Shore harbour marina, travel the channel past Seabrook and the Kemah boardwalk out into galveston bay and return. these WHAT: ......Christmas Boat Lane Parade beautifully WHEN: ..............December 8 (6 to 9pm) decorated WHERE:..Clear Lake & Kemah Channel sail and power boats will dazzle and entertain thousands of spectators with their brightly colored lights, music and designs. Some boats will be decorated traditionally and others will look very unique. (the city of Nassau bay signals the start of the parade with their beautiful fireworks display. the boats will travel past spectators in League city, clear Lake Shores, Nassau bay, Seabrook, the Kemah boardwalk, out into galveston bay and return.) For parade spectators, kicking off the holiday season should be a fun time of year to relax, spending time with loved ones and enjoying these brightly decorated vessels. Kemah is a great place to spend the day then enjoy the parade that evening.

the morning following the parade, awards will be given out at the traditional awards brunch in the ballroom of South Shore harbour resort.

For additional information about the parade and sponsorships, please call 281-488-7676 or e-mail the clear Lake area chamber of commerce at shari@clearlakearea.com.

Holiday Season Guide

MAGiCAL WiNTeR LiGHTS

returns to Gulf Greyhound Park

magical Winter Lights ÂŽ houston is a spectacular, larger-than-life attraction with a fresh, multicultural take on the traditional holiday light show. the 52-day festival is the largest holiday lighting event in houston, and the largest lantern festival of its kind in the U.S. the 2018 festival will

WHAT: ..................Magical Winter Lights WHEN: ..........November 16 - January 6 WHERE:................Gulf Greyhound Park 1000 FM 2004, LaMarque, TX TICKETS: www.magicalwinterlights.com feature eight texas-sized lantern sections, carnival rides & games, acrobatic performances and more! Visit www.magicalwinterlights.com/houston for more information.

MooDy GARDeNS sheds

light on upcoming holidays

brighten up the winter season with moody gardens annual Festival of Lights, one of the largest holiday lighting events on the gulf coast.

Festival of Lights shines throughout the holiday season everyday including christmas eve and christmas Day through January 6. hours run from 6 to 10 p.m. moody gardens other attractions, including ice LaND: PoLe to-PoLe. With ice LaND moody gardens takes the holidays to a whole new level of cool! a skilled team of master ice carvers has taken 2 million pounds of ice to create your festive journey from the North to South Pole. See polar bears, penguins, humpback whales, snowy owls, walrus and of course reindeer! glide down the giant glacier slide and enjoy a festive drink inside an igloo at Shiverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ice bar. For more information, please call 800-582-4673 or visit moodygardens.org.

GiNGeRbReAD HoUSe at South Shore Harbour

holiday treat: Don't miss one of the community's favorite holiday sights! in the tradition of the late executive chef roland Kyburz, South Shore harbour resort (2500 South Shore blvd., League city) returns an popular holiday tradition by building a legendary 6-foot-tall gingerbread house in the lobby of the South Shore harbour resort and conference center. Locals and travelers are welcome to pop into the lobby and pose for a holiday photo or just admire the craftsmanship that took several weeks to complete (one cookie at a time). breakdown: 380 pounds of gingerbread; 3100 assorted cookies; 52 pounds of egg white; 86 pounds of powdered sugar; 86 pounds of candies and 320 hours of labor Pictures with santa at South Shore harbour resort in the main lobby: December 7 & 8, December 14 & 15 ........5:30 to 7:30pm in the main Lobby Breakfast with santa at South Shore harbour resort Saturday, December 8 ..........8-10am in Paradise reef restaurant

STeARMAN SANTA at Lone Star flight Museum

Santa has his flight plan and is checking it twice! each Saturday in December (Dec. 1 @ 11am; Dec. 8 @ 11am; Dec. 16 @ 11am and Dec, 22 @ 11am) leading up to christmas Day, come watch Santa arrive on the ramp and taxi into the Lone Star Flight museum (11551 aerospace avenue, houston). take advantage of this photo opportunity for the whole family with Santa and the Pt-17 Stearman inside the Waltrip hangar. Free with a general admission ticket, children under 3 are free.

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the history behind NaSa’s historic mission operations control room spans more than 50 years and time took a toll on the room. the historic mission operations control room, used during the gemini, apollo and Space Shuttle eras, was in acute need of restoration. the project is restoring flight control consoles and reactivating mission situational awareness displays to recreate apollo-era use of the wall-size screens. Furnishings such as carpeting, tile, paperwork, coffee cups and ashtrays in the room are being collected and restored to recreate the appearance of an active mission control room during the apollo era. When completed, the room will accurately portray how the area looked the moment the first moon landing occurred on July 20, 1969.

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bertuglia prides himself with showcasing an extensive menu with something for everyone. menu items include Stuffed mushrooms, Spinach & artichoke Dip, Pan Seared chicken, broiled crab-Stuffed Shrimp, Fish Wraps, seafood pasta, steaks and pork chops, chicken carbonara, house-made italian hot Sausage (time tested family recipe), Pork tenderloin, thin-crusted Pizza, seafood pasta, burgers, seafood and a variety of salads (including the roasted tomato and crab – a new creation – roasted tomatoes topped with herbs and cheeses to wilt the lettuce beneath it, topped with jumbo lump crab).

bertuglia is just as particular about the service as he is the food that is served at his restaurant. “When i train my wait staff,” said bertuglia, “i tell them that they are not servers. i say, ‘You are a coordinator of the perfect dining experience’ – whether it’s a romantic date, hurried lunch, a business meeting, or a reception.” but don’t call him a perfectionist, his philosophies are inspired by his favorite quote from the late Vince Lombardi, “Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection, we can catch excellence." taught to have respect for the food and respect for the cus-

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tomer, bertuglia will often cut conversation short with a customer as soon as their food arrives. "the conversation can wait. it's all about the food,” bertuglia has been heard saying. "the food has to be eaten at the optimum time. it's very important. conversation can happen at any time. the food is at this moment,” he explained.

main 101 is the ideal location for a business lunch, a business gathering or a romantic dinner. three nights a week, they feature live music playing softly in the background to enhance the ambiance. bertuglia’s goal is to create an environment of absolute guest satisfaction, and it is the highest priority of the entire staff to achieve that goal. based upon their deep-rooted principles of service, high-quality cuisine and excellent value, this fine dining contemporary grill was designed and built with the customer in mind. iNsideR TiP: if you enjoy good wine, visit main 101 on Wine Down Wednesday when they offer 20% off any bottles of wine or on thursday when they offer $5 wine by the glass, as well as half off alcohol (excluding top shelf).

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KEMAH BOARDWALK 10. The Aquarium 11. Red Sushi 12. Flying Dutchman 13. Cadillac Bar 14. Bubba Gump 15. Lighthouse Buffet 16. Landry’s Seafood 17. Bayside Grill 18. The Pizza Oven 19. Saltgrass

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it's All About THe exPeRieNCe at this Hidden Gem in La Porte By shawn domingues & Betsey ennis

main 101 grill and bar is a hidden gem nestled between two vibrant towns, Seabrook and baytown. the freestanding building is an oasis on main Street at the corner of main and broadway in the quaint downtown area of La Porte (101 e. main Street). a fine-dining restaurant with a casual atmosphere, main 101 offers a unique and gourmet cuisine while striving to coordinate the perfect dining experience. owner and culinary creator, Joseph bertuglia has been entrenched in the food industry for more than 50 years, “i was born and raised in the food industry,” bertuglia said. “my dad owned a prime meat shop. i grew up picking out meats, and i gained an understanding of the process that goes into grading meats. With that experience, i have been able to incorporate the same understanding and knowledge into everything i order without being swayed by outside influence (sales reps, for example) about products such as ingredients, wines, seafood and meats.”

bertuglia is selective about every single ingredient and every product he offers to his guests. he only uses the freshest produce and the highest quality of seafood. all of the beef is USDa Prime, the steaks and seafood are all hand-cut in house, the sauces are made at the time they are ordered, and each piece of meat and seafood is cooked with a very specific technique to enhance and showcase its flavors.

“We hand pick everything. our food quality is superb. i make my decisions based what i feel is the best value and quality. i ask myself ‘if i had to use this item for the rest of my life, would it be pleasing?’ the answer has to be YeS!,” said bertuglia, “it's the same with wine. We choose the wine because of the value it has, not because the sales rep says we should buy it.”

main 101 specializes in combining flavors that are not ordinarily paired together to create unique dishes. When coming up with new menu items, bertuglia starts with a specific ingredient. he then starts combining flavors, with consideration of balance and a composed plate introducing different flavors to create the dish that guests will love as much as he does. While the extensive menu offers a variety of items, daily features are also offered to tantalize the taste buds, such as the broiled Salmon (topped with tarragon tomato sauce and jumbo lump crab, served on a bed of chickpea puree, drizzled with cucumber mint fruit salsa, served with zucchini towers stuffed with cremini mushrooms, spinach and feta cheese). all of the sauces are made at the time they are ordered.

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Area Plays Role in Development of NASA’s Newest x-plane (x-59)

NaSa is developing the next X-plane, and last month our area was ground zero as NaSa personnel from the armstrong Flight research center (california), the Langley research center (Virginia) and NaSa headquarters (Washington Dc) all converged at ellington airport for a series of quiet supersonic research flights off the coast of the galveston. NaSa test pilots flew NaSa F/a-18 supersonic research aircraft in a unique maneuver that creates a quieter “thump” as part of the Quiet Supersonic Flights 2018, or QSF18, campaign.

QSF18 is a critical step in NaSa’s Low-boom Flight Demonstration, a comprehensive, scientifically-driven effort to provide U.S. and international regulators with statistically valid data that could result in new rules that allow commercial supersonic flight over land. Normally, an aircraft flying at supersonic speeds (faster than mach 1, the speed of sound) produces a sonic boom so loud that, today, commercial supersonic flight is prohibited over land.

Quiet supersonic dive maneuver, creating a quiet thump instead of a louder sonic boom.

creating a supersonic aircraft that doesn't produce sonic booms would be a game-changer for aviation. before being taken out of service in 2003, the concorde's speed was restricted over certain land routes because of disruptive sound waves.

enter NaSa's newest X-plane, the X-59 Quiet SuperSonic technology X-plane, or QueSSt, aimed at providing crucial data making supersonic flight more economical and enable commercial supersonic passenger air travel over land.

the X-planes are a series of experimental aircraft and rockets, used to test and evaluate new technologies and aerodynamic concepts. they have an X designator, which indicates the research mission. the X-1 dates back to 1946 and became the first aircraft to break the sound barrier in level flight with chuck Yeager at the controls in 1947. See the list of notable X-planes on the opposite page to learn more about the X-plane program.

the X-59 marks the first time in decades that NaSa aeronautics is moving forward with the construction of a piloted X-plane. this one will be designed from scratch to fly faster than sound with the latest in quiet supersonic technologies. earlier this year NaSa awarded a $247.5 million contract to Lockheed martin aeronautics company to build the X-plane and deliver it to the agency’s armstrong Flight research center by the end of 2021.

but before the X-59 can be built, NaSa’s Johnson Space center and Flight operations were called on last month to provide critical support for a NaSa activity (QSF18) centered around about flight, even if not spaceflight in this case.

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“NaSa’s role as a leader into new frontiers paves the way forward towards new technologies, opportunities, and milestones across multiple endeavors, as we have always done throughout our history,” explained mark geyer, director of NaSa’s Johnson Space center. “as our efforts also continue to expand our boundaries and capabilities in space, Johnson Space center is proud to be working with our colleagues at NaSa’s research centers at Langley and armstrong, and to take part in the agency’s aeronautics research efforts to lead aviation into a new era as ‘one NaSa.’”

X-1 • Bell • 1946 • High-speed and high-altitude flight. First aircraft to break the sound barrier in level flight in 1947 . Proved aerodynamic viability of thin wing sections.

the goal of last month’s experiments centered around capturing how people and sensors on the ground responded to the quieter supersonic “thumps” made by NaSa test pilots.

“this is a big step in NaSa’s efforts to understand what is required for acceptable supersonic overland flight,” said NaSa’s commercial Supersonic technology Project manager Peter coen. “this is the first time in decades that we have reached out to a large community as part of our supersonic research. NaSa has performed similar tests at our armstrong Flight research center, using similar sounds created by the same F/a-18s. We’ve measured the noise levels and the impact on structures, as well as surveyed people for annoyance, to make certain that these tests are safe and well-planned. We greatly appreciate galveston’s interest and support.”

in galveston, community feedback data was gathered through the use of a survey, in which 500 recruited volunteer residents participated and defined the level at which they were able to perceive the sound. NaSa researchers also used sound-measuring equipment in and around galveston to supplement the public response data. QSF18 data will be used to help NaSa better understand successful data collection methods for future flights using the X-59.

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X-15 • North American • 1959 • Hypersonic, high-altitude flight. First manned hypersonic aircraft; capable of suborbital spaceflight.

X-23A & B • Martin Marietta • 1969 & 1973 • Built to test lifting body concepts, experimenting with the concept of unpowered reentry and landing, later used by the Space Shuttle.

X-37 • Boeing • 2010 • Reusable orbital spaceplane. Drop test in 2006 and at least 5 top secret launches (4 on Atlas V, 1 on a SpaceX Falcon) to date. Speculation is uses for spying and space warfare.

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Apollo Legends Reunite, Restored Historic Mission Control Unveiled

it was an historic sight – living legends who worked on the apollo program reunited for a major milestone to the see the unveiling of restored historic mission control consoles used to send humans to the moon. the newly restored units arrived in a return flight to ellington airport by way of NaSa’s Super guppy.

NaSa Johnson Space center and Space center houston are leading the restoration of historic mission control and yesterday marked a major milestone in the ongoing campaign to restore a National historic Landmark before the apollo 11 mission’s 50th anniversary in 2019.

Designed to carry oversized cargo, the Super guppy airlifted the consoles from the cosmosphere, a space museum in hutchinson, Kansas. Luminaries of NaSa Johnson Space center’s apollo program welcomed the consoles under a hangar at ellington airport. together the alumni observed the restored consoles for the first time. Special guests from the apollo-era included Will Davidson, ed Fendell, robert grilli, milt heflin, Denny holt, James Kelly, thomas Loe, glynn Lunney, merlin merritt, bill moon, bill reeves, and milt Windler.

Johnson Space center and Space center houston leadership were in attendance and spoke briefly about the work on the restoration and significance of restoring historic mission control to its authentic apollo-era configuration. those in attendance included NaSa Johnson Space center director mark geyer, Space center houston president and ceo William t. harris, NaSa Johnson Space center apollo mission control restoration project manager Jim thornton, and NaSa Johnson Space center director of flight operations brian Kelly.

the leading science and space exploration learning center aims to restore historic mission control as an authentic learning experience. “We want to keep the legacy of the apollo-era alive and preserve historic mission control,” said harris. “thanks to the combined efforts of so many people, future generations can experience this iconic room exactly as it was when Neil armstrong made his historic first steps on the moon.” restored consoles from the room were unveiled for the first time. the consoles revealed were used by the flight surgeon and capsule communication (caPcom). Located on the far left console of the second row was the flight surgeon. this position was held by a medical doctor, a flight systems officer who monitored the health of the astronauts. immediately next to the flight surgeon was the caPcom. this was the only flight controller allowed to talk to the astronauts.

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